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BG51 BKZ

2001 Volkswagen Lupo

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

112,800 mi
Last recorded112,800 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2015
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Lupo65,676 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG51 BKZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2015 112,800 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Fail 23 Apr 2015

Nearside Front Headlamps matched pair are not the same colour (1.7.6)

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 16 Aug 2014 108,032 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 92,831 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2013 95,830 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Aug 2012 86,447 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 78,228 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 3 Aug 2010 72,058 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 64,162 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 57,109 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2008 57,109 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Aug 2007 49,311 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 43,707 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Lupo?

Based on 505,381 MOT tests across 29,587 vehicles.

72.9%
Pass Rate
4,435
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
29,587
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 17,119
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 11,194
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 9,807
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 9,803
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 8,750
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BG51 BKZ is a 2001 Volkswagen Lupo in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2001 Volkswagen Lupo models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 65,676 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Lupo fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 17,119 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BG51 BKZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Lupo typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 25 years old, this Volkswagen Lupo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BG51 BKZ registered?

BG51 BKZ is a 2001 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 9 November 2001.

Is BG51 BKZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG51 BKZ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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